AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSunshine Protection Act: The U.S. House has passed the “Sunshine Protection Act of 2025,” setting up year-round Daylight Saving Time and ending twice-yearly clock changes as it heads to the Senate. Robocall Crackdown: A bipartisan push led by multiple state attorneys general urges the FCC to strengthen “Know Your Customer” rules to stop illegal robocalls—an effort echoed across several filings this week. Local Health Advisory: The Department of Health issued travel guidance on importing food and medications from Samoa, including a strict 10 “food unit” limit and border confiscation for excess items. Deep-Sea Mining Fight: As federal plans move forward, American Samoa voices opposition—church delegates formally oppose deep-sea mining, and a “Stand with the Moana” shoreline demonstration rallied youth and community members. Budget & Governance: Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula submitted the FY2027 budget to the Fono at about $789.3 million, while lawmakers also begin reviewing FY2025 audit questions. Judicial Appointment: Roy J.D. Hall Jr. was unanimously confirmed as Administrative Law Judge, strengthening the territory’s administrative hearing bench. Infrastructure: DPW secured a $19.3 million BUILD grant to rebuild and modernize the Leone to Nu’uuli Route 001 corridor.
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